FEATURES
10 reasons MSU Sigma Alpha Epsilon Tumblr is the funniest thing you'll see today
Here are ten reasons why the Michigan State SAE Tumblr is the funniest thing you'll see this week. 1.
COMMENTARY
Editorial: MSU desperately needs to update intramural sports facilities
MSU has one of the best basketball and football programs in the Big Ten, but you wouldn't be able to tell by the state of our intramural sports facilities. While star quarterbacks and point guards enjoy top of the line fields and courts, regular students are left with run-down buildings and pathetic equipment to use. At other universities, students enjoy amenities like lazy rivers, rock climbing walls, and even free kayaking lessons. So the burning question on our minds is: why do our facilities suck so much? Last year, with the introduction of a new provost, MSU launched the healthy campus initiative, aimed at making "MSU one of the healthiest places to live and work." During the last year students have heard healthy campus initiative tossed around regarding such things as a new tobacco ban on campus, different ways of tackling the stresses of college, and confronting mental health in a constructive way.
MICHIGAN
Suspect wanted by ELPD for criminal sexual conduct arrested in Los Angeles
A suspect wanted by the East Lansing Police Department for six counts of Criminal Sexual Conduct (CSC) was arrested in Los Angeles, California on Friday by the United States Marshals Service, according to an ELPD statement. The suspect is 26-year-old Mikael Alexandre Frutin. They have been investigating the case since July of 2014 after he was accused of having an illicit sexual relationship with a 14-year-old girl. He was the girl's gymnastics instructor at Red Cedar Gymnastics in Delhi Township however the statement said none of the alleged crimes happened there. After becoming aware of the investigation, Frutin fled the state and ELPD worked with the Michigan State Police Fugitive Team to track him down.
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WiFi in student-living areas an 'ongoing priority' for REHS
MSU is in the process of making every student-living area within the residence halls Wi-Fi accessible. The campus has 27 residence halls but only nine have wireless internet on the student-living areas.
NEWS
East Lansing's identity crisis: attracting families to a college town
College towns across the country have the unique challenges and benefits that come with creating an environment in which families, young professionals and students can all coexist and live together as one community -- East Lansing is no exception.
SPORTS
Website ranks East Lansing No. 3 best city for sports fans
According to a report done by Wallethub.com, 2015’s Best and Worst Cities for Sports Fans, Michigan State and the city of East Lansing ranked number three as one of the best cities for sports. The study consists of a variety of variables, which include, ticket and merchandise sales, fantasy sports participation and social media output from fans.
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A rundown of welcome week crime
At 1:25 a.m. on Sept. 1, MSU police discovered two individuals, with one attempting to climb the southwest corner of the Eli and Edythe Broad Art Museum.
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MSU ranked most dangerous campus in country on Crime Watch Daily, but fourth considering per capita rates
MSU was ranked the most dangerous campus in the country by crimewatchdaily.com, citing statistics from the U.S.
FOOTBALL
MSU football to hold informational meeting for potential walk-ons
The MSU football team will be hosting an informational meeting for its future walk-on tryouts at 4 p.m.
MICHIGAN
Velvet Candy Store to have grand opening Saturday
An official ribbon-cutting ceremony for the grand opening of Velvet A Candy Store will take place Saturday at 11 a.m.
MICHIGAN
$1 burritos at Pancheros Mexican Grill from 2 to 4 p.m.
Looking for a cheap place to go for lunch today? Pancheros Mexican Grill at 125 E. Grand River Ave.
FEATURES
How to deal with a long distance relationship in college
Returning back to college can be a bittersweet moment for students who have to say goodbye to their significant other. With students focusing on school and extracurricular activities, it can be difficult for them to maintain a healthy relationship with their partner.
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Chipotle expands delivery service to college campuses, MSU
It is happening: Chipotle will now deliver food to classrooms and dorms at Michigan State University along with 39 other universities.
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ASMSU to work with other Big Ten student governments on Mental Health Awareness week
ASMSU and other Big Ten universities will be hosting a Big Ten Mental Health Awareness Week from October 3 to 10 to help students get information and resources about mental health on campus.
SOCCER
Freshman MSU women's soccer player Alexis Warner makes early impact
Michigan State University soccer player, Alexis “Lexy” Warner, was named Big 10 Freshman of the Week for September 1st. This serves as her first Big 10 mention in her collegiate athletic career.
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Black Student Alliance strives to continue discussion on Black Lives Matter
Following the death of Michael Brown last summer, the Black community and its allies rallied around the hashtag #BlackLivesMatter as a battle cry and a call to action regarding violence toward Blacks in America. But the movement at MSU has not ended.
BASKETBALL
Denzel Valentine talks transitioning to point guard role
Sophomore guard Lourawls “Tum Tum” Nairn is the natural pick to fill much of the void left by Travis Trice , last season’s senior point guard and NCAA Tournament hero.
FOOTBALL
New documentary shows how MSU played major role in desegregating college football
The Spartans have high hopes this year and hope to repeat what they accomplished exactly 50 years ago. A new documentary shows how the game has evolved over the years and how MSU played a crucial part in desegregating the sport.
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Students feel MSU's IM facilities need to be updated
The IM facilities on campus are aging, our student body sees this. From outdated workout equipment to crumbling aquatic centers, the students of MSU are calling for updates. Many on campus utilize the IM centers and feel it’s a great way to stay active amidst the fervor of college life.
FEATURES
How MSU Crushes Twitter account got its start
About two years ago, a couple of women wanted to find a way to anonymously compliment someone they saw on campus. Since its creation in March of 2013, the MSU Crushes Twitter page has become an avenue to thank people for doing nice deeds on campus or proposing to athletes.